Once the final flooded roads are re-opened the repair bill could be set to rise further.

David Hodge, council leader, said: “We can’t put an exact figure on this repair bill yet, as we’re still assessing the full extent of the damage, but it will run into millions of pounds. In the meantime, we’re continuing to do all we can, along with district and borough councils, to help Surrey communities.”

The county council has taken more than 3,500 highways calls and cleared 750 fallen trees.